Concerns are increasing in Ivory Coast over slow progress in cocoa traceability systems. Reports show that less than half of the country’s cocoa can currently be traced to its source farms. The issue has gained attention as the European Union prepares to enforce anti-deforestation rules. Exporters fear cocoa shipments could face restrictions if traceability standards are not improved quickly. Ivory Coast remains the world’s leading cocoa producer and depends heavily on cocoa exports.
Industry stakeholders are pushing for stronger monitoring systems and digital farm records. Farmers are also being encouraged to register their farms under new compliance programs. Analysts say the changes could reshape cocoa trade across West Africa.
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